Indiana State Income Tax Data Sheet

In Indiana, all counties except Lake County collect a local income tax in addition to the state and federal income taxes you already pay. The average income tax rate for counties and large municipalities is 1.16% (according to the Tax Foundation, weighted by income). The Indiana personal exemption includes a $1,500 additional exemption for dependent children (the exemption for non-minor dependents is $1,000).

You are responsible for paying the local income tax to the county in which you work in addition to your federal and Indiana income tax returns - keep in mind that different income tax rates may apply to residents and nonresidents of the county. You can access a list of all Indiana counties and their income tax rates here.

Using the Indiana ePay system, you can now make all of your tax payments (including estimated tax payments if required), online. With Department of Revenue approval, you can also set up a tax payment plan or file a payment under a deadline extension through the ePay system. If you have questions about paying your Indiana income tax, contact the Department of Revenue's hotline at (317) 232-2240.

Indiana State Income Tax Deductions

Income tax deductions are expenses that can be deducted from your gross pre-tax income before determining your taxable income.

Indiana Standard Deduction

Unlike many other states, Indiana has no standard deduction. Certain itemized deductions (including property tax, qualified charitable contributions, etc) may be allowed depending on the income level and filing type of the taxpayer. Keep in mind that not all deductions allowed on your federal income tax return are necessarily going to be allowed on your Indiana income tax return.

Indiana Personal Exemptions

Indiana's personal income tax exemptions include a personal exemption of $1,000.00. You can deduct one single exemption from your gross income if you are responsible for supporting yourself financially.

Indiana Dependent Deduction

Indiana has a dependent exemption of $1,500.00. You may claim one dependent exemption for each of the children, relatives, or others who live with and are supported by you as described § 152 of the IRC (Internal Revenue Code).

Indiana Itemized Deductions

Unlike the Federal income tax, the Indiana income tax does not allow itemized deductions. You may claim the Indiana standard deduction if applicable, and specific deductions may be available to Indiana taxpayers as limited deductions or tax credits.